Playing at an online casino for the first time? We’ll show you how

If you’re like most people who love casino games, chances are you don’t live next door to a casino. But that doesn’t mean you can’t play casino games instantly. Thanks to Internet casinos like Slots of Vegas, the slot machines and table games come to you. It’s a pretty fantastic experience that most of us take for granted—just like Netflix, Hulu, and pretty much everything else on the Internet that feeds us what we want, when we want it.

New to playing online casino games? Don’t worry. Getting set up on your PC or Mac is way easier than navigating your way through the lobby of a large Vegas casino hotel. Just follow these steps and you’ll be able to hit your favorite online casino whenever you like.

Click the Download button on the homepage of the casino you want to play at to install the free casino software. A download window will pop up and you’ll be prompted to install the EXE file. If you’re on a Mac, there’s nothing to download. Instead, everything happens through your web browser. But for the purpose of this tutorial, will walk you through the PC steps.

After you’ve installed the software, the online casino will automatically launch. You’ll need to create a free account, which you can do through the software.

Many casinos will ask you for personal information, like your email address and home address. You’ll need to make sure these details are accurate because if you ever want to make a deposit or get paid out when you win big, the details need to match what’s on your credit card. And if you use a different payment method, you still need to have the correct details on file or you might have trouble cashing out (you don’t want your check to go to the wrong house).

Once your account has been created, you’re all set to play online casino games. If you want to play for free, look for the Play Money option. You’ll be able to try out slot machines and table games like blackjack and roulette—without spending anything.

Want to play for real money? Just click the Cashier from within the software to initiate a deposit. Most deposit methods are instant, so you’ll have access to your cash right away and you’ll be able to enjoy the slots and tables without having to wait for your money to clear.

We recommend playing for free to start. It’s a great way to get to know the casino and discover if you like the quality of games and the variety they offer. When you want to play for real, many casinos like Slots of Vegas will offer you free chips or a match bonus to boost your bankroll.

That’s pretty much it. Remember, online casinos are open 24/7 and there’s never a lineup for an open machine or an empty spot at a table. So have fun, explore your new online casino, and get a feel for how everything works.